
Farming
A course by
Massey University
The Diploma in Agriculture (DipAg) provides a foundation qualification for those entering the agricultural sector or seeking to upskill in high-tech, sustainable agri-business practices. It is taught at Telford Campus of SIT and covers animal production, crop and soil science, farm management and agricultural engineering.
inc GST
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This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 5 Certification (120 Credits)
Advanced
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 5 Certification (120 Credits)
Advanced

Gain an overview of New Zealand's livestock industries, covering reproduction, genetics, nutrition, welfare, and health of farmed livestock.

Delivered at the Telford Campus by leading agricultural teaching staff, this diploma is for those new to agriculture and workers seeking to understand up-to-date, tech-enabled practices to ensure profitability and sustainability in agri-business. Study topics include animal production and health, crop production, soil productivity, farm management, and agricultural engineering. The programme is available both to domestic and international students and is designed to provide a strong foundation for farming careers or further study.
What you need to know first
University entrance
12 weeks farm employment OR a Level 3 NZQF agriculture-related certificate



Farming
A course by
Massey University
The Diploma in Agriculture (DipAg) provides a foundation qualification for those entering the agricultural sector or seeking to upskill in high-tech, sustainable agri-business practices. It is taught at Telford Campus of SIT and covers animal production, crop and soil science, farm management and agricultural engineering.
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 5 Certification (120 Credits)
Advanced
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 5 Certification (120 Credits)
Advanced

Gain an overview of New Zealand's livestock industries, covering reproduction, genetics, nutrition, welfare, and health of farmed livestock.

Delivered at the Telford Campus by leading agricultural teaching staff, this diploma is for those new to agriculture and workers seeking to understand up-to-date, tech-enabled practices to ensure profitability and sustainability in agri-business. Study topics include animal production and health, crop production, soil productivity, farm management, and agricultural engineering. The programme is available both to domestic and international students and is designed to provide a strong foundation for farming careers or further study.
What you need to know first
University entrance
12 weeks farm employment OR a Level 3 NZQF agriculture-related certificate


In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Telford Campus, Balclutha (Southern Institute of Technology)
It will take a total of 37 weeks
Understand importance of pastoral farming, pasture/crop establishment, weed control, seasonality, and how to match growth with animal requirements.

Develop knowledge of soil as a farming resource, covering fertiliser use, drainage, irrigation, conservation practices, and the use of land resource information.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Telford Campus, Balclutha (Southern Institute of Technology)
It will take a total of 37 weeks
Understand importance of pastoral farming, pasture/crop establishment, weed control, seasonality, and how to match growth with animal requirements.

Develop knowledge of soil as a farming resource, covering fertiliser use, drainage, irrigation, conservation practices, and the use of land resource information.